Inpatient Behavioral Health Specialist

St. Charles Health System; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to assist in direct patient care on Inpatient Behavioral Health units.

You will support psychosocial needs, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and help patients use services to achieve optimal functioning, aligned with SCHS policies. Responsibilities include safety, crisis intervention, documentation, patient hygiene, transfers, vital signs, and participation in treatment planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences or combination of at least three years relevant education, training or experience.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider certification required.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license and ability to meet SCHS driving requirements.
• Oregon Food Handlers Card required.
• Preferred: QMHA with MHACBO, CNA-2 or EMT-Basic.

Responsibilities

• Works within the multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans.
• Implements department policies with behavioral health principles.
• Assist in planning and implementing therapeutic, recreational, social and skills training activities.
• Participate in daily shift change meetings for evaluation and treatment planning.
• Facilitate therapeutic skill development groups.
• Maintain patient records reflecting progress.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Active listening

Team collaboration

Documentation

Patient care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences

3 years relevant education/experience

Job description

St. Charles Health System seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to assist in direct patient care on Inpatient Behavioral Health units.

You will support psychosocial needs, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and help patients use services to achieve optimal functioning, aligned with SCHS policies. Responsibilities include safety, crisis intervention, documentation, patient hygiene, transfers, vital signs, and participation in treatment planning.